How To Fix 8A139 - Enter reference in document before releasing to accounting

8A139 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8A - Messages for Argentina

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Enter reference in document before releasing to accounting

What causes this issue?

The document which should be released to accounting requires a
reference to an invoice in the financial accounting.

System Response

The document will not be released to accounting until the reference to
the invoice is maintained.

How to fix this error?

Please maintain the document in all items.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8A139 - Enter reference in document before releasing to accounting ?

  The SAP error message 8A139 ("Enter reference in document before releasing to accounting") typically occurs when you are trying to post a document in SAP that requires a reference field to be filled in, but it is currently empty. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO).
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system expects a reference number or text to be entered in the document before it can be released to accounting. This reference is often used for tracking purposes and is essential for maintaining the integrity of financial records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the reference field is filled in before attempting to release the document. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  Open the Document: Go back to the document that you are trying to post.
  Locate the Reference Field: Find the reference field in the document entry screen.